Roman armor worn by soldiers in ancient times was typically made of metal and could weigh between 40 to 60 pounds.
Depends. For example: Murmillones wore heavy plate armor about the head and neck. Retiari, on the other hand, wore little armor (essentially a pauldron and arm guard). Different kinds of gladiator wore different armor and carried different weapons during battle (remember that they typically didn't have options, as they were slaves.
Hoplomachi (greek style: spear, helmet, heavy armor) and mirmillones (roman style, gladius (50cm), large square shield, helmet and heavy armor) were the most successful gladiator types. Both were heavily armored. In latest times, the retiarii (light armor, helmet, trident and fishnet) were very difficult opponents to any type, because of the new and unusual fighting style and their weaponry. I would say either mirmillones or thraces (similar to mirmillones, heavy armor, curved blade and large, round shield) had the most victories because of their fighting style was relatively hard to counter, and they were well defended. Offensive types such as dimachaeri (light armor, double sword), essendari (heavy footmen with axe or other heavy weapon) and velites (light armor + spears) were very entertaining to watch (i suppose :D) but they fell quickly in the battle without armor.
The main armour of the greek heavy soldier (hoplite) was a spear, a helmet and a shield. After that if you could afforded it, you could have it. Bronze chestplates, greaves (leg protectors) bronze arm protectors etc.
A heavy sword could cut through light armor if it was skillfully used. Glancing blows, light swords, or heavy armor made the sword fairly useless.
In ancient times, heavily armed foot soldiers were called heavy infantry. This term is often used to describe the soldiers in the armies of Alexander the Great.
Shield, helmet, breastplate, shinguards.
Soldiers stopped wearing armor primarily due to advancements in weaponry such as firearms, which made armor less effective and impractical. Armor was also heavy, cumbersome, and limited mobility, making soldiers vulnerable in modern warfare tactics. Additionally, the cost of producing and maintaining armor became unsustainable for military budgets.
Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.Armor is a protective barrier. It is worn on the outside of a uniform. In the case of the Roman soldier the tunic protected his skin from the chaffing of the heavy armor. Besides, if the tunic were worn on the outside of the armor it would be ripped up in every battle and the soldier would have to be constantly buying new tunics.
Light. Heavy armor might get in the way and weigh you down. Light is much more attractive of course ;). Heavy armor does offer a lot of benefits though.
In ancient times, heavily armed foot soldiers were called heavy infantry. This term is often used to describe the soldiers in the armies of Alexander the great.
Depends. For example: Murmillones wore heavy plate armor about the head and neck. Retiari, on the other hand, wore little armor (essentially a pauldron and arm guard). Different kinds of gladiator wore different armor and carried different weapons during battle (remember that they typically didn't have options, as they were slaves.
No - Light armor is leather, cloth, etc. Plate armor is considered heavy armor.
Hoplomachi (greek style: spear, helmet, heavy armor) and mirmillones (roman style, gladius (50cm), large square shield, helmet and heavy armor) were the most successful gladiator types. Both were heavily armored. In latest times, the retiarii (light armor, helmet, trident and fishnet) were very difficult opponents to any type, because of the new and unusual fighting style and their weaponry. I would say either mirmillones or thraces (similar to mirmillones, heavy armor, curved blade and large, round shield) had the most victories because of their fighting style was relatively hard to counter, and they were well defended. Offensive types such as dimachaeri (light armor, double sword), essendari (heavy footmen with axe or other heavy weapon) and velites (light armor + spears) were very entertaining to watch (i suppose :D) but they fell quickly in the battle without armor.
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The Roman army had to carry all of its gear wherever it went, so the soldier often had to carry very heavy packs, like a mule.
150-200 pounds
The main armour of the greek heavy soldier (hoplite) was a spear, a helmet and a shield. After that if you could afforded it, you could have it. Bronze chestplates, greaves (leg protectors) bronze arm protectors etc.